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Career Sessions

Career paths rarely unfold in a straight line. Some careers accelerate quickly, while others take unexpected turns, requiring us to adapt, reinvent ourselves, and seize new opportunities along the way.

On Career Sessions, host J.R. Lowry sits down with accomplished leaders, entrepreneurs, academics, coaches, veterans, and professionals from all walks of life to explore the stories behind their careers. Through candid conversations, guests share the decisions, challenges, successes, setbacks, and lessons that shaped their professional journeys.

Whether you’re early in your career, navigating a transition, pursuing leadership opportunities, or simply looking for inspiration and practical advice, Career Sessions offers insights you can apply to your own path. Each episode goes beyond résumés and job titles to uncover how people build meaningful careers and thrive through change.

J.R. Lowry has built a career across military service, management consulting, financial services, executive leadership, and entrepreneurship. Drawing on his own experiences and conversations with hundreds of guests, he helps listeners better understand the realities of career growth and the choices that can make the biggest difference over time.

Latest Episodes:

Bad Bosses - What To Do About Them, And What To Do If You Are One, With Mita Mallick Jan 05, 2026

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In an ideal world, every manager would be a mentor, motivator, and model of leadership. But for too many professionals, the reality is far messier. If you’ve ever had to deal with bad bosses—the micromanagers, the emotionally unavailable, or the toxic cheerleaders—you know the profound toll it takes on your mental health and career trajectory.

In this deep-dive discussion, we sit down with Mita Mallick, best-selling author of The Devil Emails at Midnight, to unpack the pervasive problem of bad management. Mita shares her personal journey through 13 different types of awful leadership, revealing why these figures are tolerated, how they are made (not born), and the concrete strategies you need to manage up or know when it’s time to craft your exit plan. Plus, learn the surprising bad boss behavior that flies under the radar but can be the most detrimental to your team. Ready to reclaim control of your work life? Keep listening.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/mita-mallick/.

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AI's Central Role In The World's Economy, With Dr. Joerg Storm Dec 24, 2025

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In this time of ever-evolving technology, every working professional will encounter AI in some shape or form. As we go deeper into the age of AI, what is the role of such tools in shaping the future of work and the entire economy? J.R. Lowry talks all about it with Dr. Joerg Storm, IT executive and publisher of the Digital Storm AI newsletter. They discuss why AI is a career-critical tool, the uniqueness of adaptive AI projects, and the technological paradigm shifts to look forward to in the next several years. Dr. Joerg also explains why AI practitioners should remain philosophical and ethical despite their deep immersion in technology to navigate the challenges of bias and trust.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/dr-joerg-storm.

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How AI Is Powering Customer Analytics, With Sameer Narkar Dec 18, 2025

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The future of business hinges on mastering the complexities of AI customer analytics, a topic J.R. Lowry explores with Sameer Narkar, Founder of Konnect Insights, a pioneering SaaS platform that delivers an AI-powered, omnichannel view of customer interactions. Sameer details how his bootstrapped company built an in-house, secure AI solution—using models like Llama and Gamma—to unify customer data from all channels, solving the pain point of siloed systems to dramatically improve customer care and provide deep marketing insights. The conversation also delves into the three layers of Konnect's AI offering, the journey of pivoting a business, and the critical need for focus and a strong culture for leaders navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of decision analytics and AI.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/sameer-narkar.

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The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) - With An AI Booster With Chris Hallberg Dec 08, 2025

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The "Business Sergeant": Leadership Expert, Military Veteran, And Serial Entrepreneur

Ready to move past chaos and achieve scalable growth? Today, we dive deep into the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), the powerful framework and toolkit helping leadership teams gain crystal-clear vision, drive disciplined execution, and build healthier, more engaged workplaces. Host JR Lowry sits down with Chris Hallberg—a seasoned EOS implementer who has worked with over 100 organizations, achieving astonishing 90% employee engagement rates and numerous "Best Places to Work" awards—to unpack the six key components of EOS. We'll explore everything from getting the right people in the right seats to leveraging Chris's latest venture: an AI-driven EOS platform, GoExpand, that turbocharges performance and accountability. If you're a founder or executive looking to break through a growth ceiling, tune in to learn how to inject military-grade focus and discipline into your company's DNA.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/chris-hallberg/.

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Building Your Resilience Plan With Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier Dec 01, 2025

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We hear a lot about the need for resilience these days, but simply wanting to be resilient isn't enough—in fact, the pressure to always bounce back can be counterproductive. In this exclusive interview, Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, a psychologist, leadership expert, and author of the award-winning book The Resilience Plan, challenges the notion of resilience as an innate trait. Discover why viewing resilience as a strategic state, rather than a personality feature, is key to sustained well-being and performance. Dr. Pelletier dives into the intertwined nature of professional and personal life, the dangers of underestimating demands and overestimating supply, and provides actionable, research-backed advice on creating your own strategic resilience plan. Learn how small, deliberate actions can build momentum and how leaders can foster a culture of prevention rather than just treating burnout after the fact.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/dr-marie-helene-pelletier/.

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From Musician To Music Industry Pioneer With Josh Simons Nov 24, 2025

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What happens when a touring musician decides to rewrite the music industry from the inside out? Today, we sat down with Josh Simons—the force behind Vinyl Group, Australia’s only ASX-listed music company, and the founder of Vampr, the world’s largest social network for creatives. Discover how Josh went from a semi-successful musician touring with the likes of Keith Urban to becoming a CEO, the secrets behind Vampr’s explosive growth, and his strategy for navigating nonstop change in media and music tech. He shares essential lessons for entrepreneurs, fundraising insights for founders, and a fresh perspective on creativity, leadership, and the future of music in the age of AI. Don’t miss this candid conversation about playing to your strengths, building cohesive teams through acquisitions, and why anyone with the entrepreneurial itch should scratch it.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/josh-simons/.

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Building A STEM Career - From Med School To C-Level and Board Roles With Dr. Sheila Gujrathi Nov 17, 2025

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In the demanding world of biotech and healthcare, charting a successful STEM career path, especially as a woman or minority leader, often feels like navigating without a map. But what if you had access to the boardroom lessons, the personal triumphs, and the hard-won wisdom of an industry veteran? Join us as we dive into a candid conversation with Dr. Sheila Gujrathi—physician, biotech entrepreneur, and executive—to explore her journey from clinical practice to the C-suite. Dr. Gujrathi shares how she learned to trust her gut, break through her inner glass ceiling, and define an authentic leadership style, all while developing life-changing pharmaceutical drugs. Get a sneak peek into the core principles of her upcoming book, The Mirror Effect, which offers a vital roadmap for the next generation of diverse leaders seeking to not just succeed, but truly thrive.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/dr-sheila-gujrathi.

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SaaS Software, DevOps, Data Science, And AI With Ben Johnson Nov 10, 2025

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Software development is undergoing rapid change as AI, DevOps, and data science reshape how teams build and scale products. In this interview, Particle41 CEO and technical co-founder Ben Johnson explains what modern software teams must do to stay competitive. He shares practical insights on boosting developer productivity with AI, building reliable systems through infrastructure-as-code, and adopting modern data architectures that move beyond simple dashboards. Ben also discusses how to lead remote teams effectively and apply OKRs in both work and personal life to stay aligned on what truly matters. If you're involved in building software or leading technical teams, this conversation offers clear, actionable strategies for thriving in the AI-driven era.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/ben-johnson.

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The Human Side Of AI-Driven Change, With Monica Marquez Nov 03, 2025

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The future of work is here, and it's being shaped by AI-driven change. Dive into a captivating discussion with Monica Marquez, Co-founder of FlipWork, Inc., the enterprise-wide AI workforce transformation system, as she illuminates the evolving landscape of an AI-centric world. Monica shares her unique insights on bridging the gap between AI tool availability and adoption, the imperative for individuals and organizations to disrupt themselves before being disrupted, and the critical role of human expertise in making artificial intelligence truly authentic. She also discusses her impactful work in diversity and inclusion, her valuable board work, and the fascinating, "squiggly" journey of her career, offering advice for those just starting out.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/monica-marquez.

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How To Bring A Luxury Mindset To Your Corporate And Personal Brand With Neen James Oct 27, 2025

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What if everything you thought about luxury was wrong? Our guest, Leadership Strategist and Keynote Speaker Neen James, proves that true luxury isn't about expense—it's a mindset. Neen's groundbreaking research in her new book, Exceptional Experiences, identifies four luxury mindsets that govern buying behavior. She also unveils a proprietary Experience Elevation Model that helps brands create unshakeable customer devotion. Tune in as Neen reveals how you can apply these high-level corporate strategies to elevate your own personal brand and life. Learn why making people feel seen, heard, and valued is the ultimate luxury, regardless of your budget.

Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/neen-james.

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